There are many benefits to utilizing a personal chef service. My clients are often surprised what a significant improvement it provides in their quality of life. You simply enjoy the food and relax - no pots and pans to wash!

The Cooking Day -You need only provide a clean working environment and available space in the refrigerator and freezer. I shop for the groceries, bring all the necessary ingredients and equipment, cook, package and store your entrees. I leave your personalized menu and detailed re-heating instructions. You come home to a clean kitchen filled with savory aromas and fresh flowers. Simply reheat, relax and enjoy fabulous food that tastes as if it were just prepared!

Flexible services to meet your needs: You can have as much or as little involvement as you wish. I will take care of the details! Dinner on your cooking day can be presented on your china - hot and ready in your dining room. In-home cooking for special occasions is available. Interactive dinner parties are the latest trend! Gift Certificates are the perfect way…to help a friend recovering from an illness, to welcome home a new mom and her baby or as a special treat for someone spending long hours at work.

Variety of Healthy Menus:

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Fresh, high quality ingredients:

When I learned about the personal chef service concept, I felt as if I were coming home for the first time in my professional life. My food is influenced by family traditions - Grandma Kern’s Eastern European ethnic foods and Grandmother Cotton’s traditional American classics. Cooking classes and Gourmet Club allowed me to experiment and learn more about international food preparation and techniques plus expand my knowledge of the wonderful world of gourmet food.

The United States Personal Chef Association provided the answer to my desire to work in the field of culinary arts without living the schedule of a restaurant chef or caterer.

I am dedicated to serving my clients the most delicious, healthy and convenient meals imaginable. My goal is to satisfy the hunger for comfort foods as well as prepare fresh fare with a contemporary twist. I concentrate efforts on menu planning to produce creative, well-balanced meal plans. One of the nicest compliments I receive is when I commit to sharing my hospitality with others, you can’t help but notice “The Laura Touch”!

I have been President of the local chapter of USPCA Chefs since 2000. While striving to support new chefs just starting out, I participate in the Mentorship Program and act as a trainer.

Media exposure includes Baltimore Magazine and NBC4 in Washington DC where I participate as a regular contributor to their consumer segment.

I am active in the community - volunteering with charitable organizations, and helping local wine shops with food and wine pairings.

Now close your eyes and imagine coming home from a busy day. Within a short time you have filled your home with heavenly aromas and added the finishing touches on a wonderful dinner. Sit down and enjoy!